1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Tenure: Leasehold

A well proportioned GROUND FLOOR one bedroom retirement flat, forming part of this highly regarded McCarthy and Stone private development. Maples Court is centrally placed within half a mile of the town centre and close to a large Waitrose store; which is situated adjacent to the site. In addition, the Butts Close park is close by and the area is well served with bus services and other facilities including the library, churches and a broad range of shops. Built to an excellent specification, the flat offers well planned accommodation, with the benefit of Economy 7 heating, uPVC double glazing and direct access via French windows to the attractive communal garden.

Hitchin town centre provides a broad range of shops and a regular traditional market; together with a good selection of restaurants, bars and pubs within it’s historic centre. The town also provides a swimming centre, theatres and a library; whilst the commuter is served by the mainline railway station (Kings Cross – 30 minutes) and direct road links to the A1(M).

GROUND FLOOR

ENTRANCE HALL:
Front door with spy-hole. Smoke alarm, coved ceiling. Entry phone receiver/Careline alarm. Walk-in airing cupboard with insulated tank, immersion heater, water tank, linen store shelving, electric meter panel and consumer units. Door to....

LOUNGE/DINER:
5.11m x 3.20m (16' 9" x 10' 6") Well proportioned reception room with double glazed double doors to small terrace and attractive communal gardens. Coved ceiling, television aerial point and telephone socket. Wall light points, 'Dimplex' storage heater, feature fireplace with 'Adam' style surround with marble effect hearth and inset. Opening through to.....

KITCHEN:
2.24m x 1.75m (7' 4" x 5' 9") Well appointed with units comprising of base level cupboards and drawers with work surface above. Inset stainless steel with single drainer, fully tiled walls, concealed lighting, spot lights. Fitted electric hob with extractor hood over and separate built-in oven. Range of wall cupboards and corner shelves. Extractor fan and wall mounted fan heater.

BEDROOM:
3.61m x 2.59m (11' 10" x 8' 6") Built-in wardrobes with hanging rails, shelf and smoked mirror faced folding doors. 'Dimplex' storage heater, wall lights, alarm cord facility. Two double glazed windows overlooking the rear communal garden.

BATHROOM:
Fitted with champagne coloured suite, consisting of panelled bath with independent electric shower unit and attachments, low level wc, vanity wash basin with double cupboard below. Fully tiled walls, extractor fan, wall mounted heater, coved ceiling, shaver point and alarm button.

OUTSIDE

PARKING:
There are ample non-allocated parking spaces for use by the residents and guests at Maples Court.

COMMUNAL GARDEN:
Maples Court benefits from an attractive informally landscaped communal garden, bounded by an original brick wall and stocked with mature shrubs and trees.

OUTGOINGS

LEASE:
125 years from 1992

SERVICE CHARGE:
Currently £1336.87 p.a.

GROUND RENT:
Currently £125 p.a.

COUNCIL TAX:
Band C

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE

AGENTS NOTE

These property details are set out as a general outline only and do not constitute any part of an Offer or Contract. Any services, equipment, fittings or central heating systems have not been tested and no warranty is given or implied that these are in working order. Buyers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor. Fixtures, fittings and other items are not included unless specifically described. All measurements, distances and areas are approximate and for guidance only. Prospective buyers are advised to check these for any particular purpose eg fitted carpets and furniture.

Property Ref:1_75_2380489